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Laughing Gull information indentification
The laughing gull nests in colonies with other gulls and terns. The male and female build a platform nest of grass and weeds
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Northern Mockingbird Information
Northern Mockingbird Recently, on a visit to Long Island, NY, I sat in a kitchen listening to what seemed like a flock of different song birds singing away right outside […]
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Purple Gallinule – Porphyrio Martinica
Purple Gallinule General The Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) sometimes referred to as a ‘swamp hen,’ is a brightly colored bird that can be found gracefully walking across floating vegetation in […]
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Ruby-Throated Hummingbird – Facts and Information
Ruby-Throated Hummingbird General: The Ruby-Throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris,) is one of my favorite backyard sightings, due to its brilliant plumage and spirited behavior. Before you can catch a glance, this […]
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House Sparrow Information
House Sparrow Information General: The House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) is one of the most common bird species in North America, although it is a non-native species. These sociable and tame […]
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Great Blue Heron Information Identification
Great Blue Heron General: The Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) is the largest and most common heron in North America. These wading birds are skilled fishers, thriving in a variety […]